Testimonials

Jen is exactly the person I needed to ease me back into my art after a difficult absence. I've found myself at ROAM and I'm grateful for the big support & encouragement & enthusiasm that is given there.

I have exhibited at Roam Gallery for numerous shows for two years. I find Jennifer is warm, approachable and always motivating emerging artists to feel confident and reach beyond the comfort zone. Roam gallery has given me the opportunity to learn various styles and medium by collaborating with many local artists at the gallery events.

I highly recommend Roam Gallery to artists that can bring to the venue unique original styles of various mediums.

I am turning 50 in less than 2 weeks, and I have recently submitted my photography for a ROAM show. Never before have I shared my private hobby and it is one of the most liberating and exciting things I have ever done. ROAM is a gallery where a hidden creator is encouraged to share their private passion along-side seasoned and highly accomplished professional artists! So worth exploring on your next outing in Vancouver.

Thank you Jen!

Nickolas Chernen﻿

ROAM Gallery is a perfect venue for new and experienced artists to showcase their work. Jennifer is professional and personable and working with her is a pleasure. She has given me the opportunity to get back into the arts field after a few years away to raise my son. Not to mention given my son his first opportunity in a gallery as well!

"I have been with Jennifer at Roam Gallery for a number of months participating in numerous group shows, including two shows of the infamous crow 'Canuck'. Jen successfully creates interesting art exhibits attracting a large audience to her spacious gallery in City Square Mall. Her promotion of the artists along with the gallery website and promotional material are second to none.

The gallery's 'Meet the Artist' held at each new opening are excellent opportunities for networking and meeting the public. Her efforts, vitality and desire to see artists succeed is impressive. Jen has an incredible capacity of energy and focus to network and create new opportunities for artists to showcase their work at other venues within the city. She is direct, professional and cares a great deal about the artists at her gallery.

"I was invited by Roam Gallery Artist Ellen Bradley-Cheung to join the first Canuck and I show in the Summer of 2016. The first show was very easy and non-threatening. Since then I have been in a variety of shows and have worked closely with curator and owner, Jen Angers-Daerendinger. I love to see all the art come in and help Jen as she skillfully arranges it in the gallery. We recently hung 70 pieces of children’s art together, a feat I could do with no other.

Recently, through Roam Gallery, I was given an opportunity to paint live at the 2017 Home & Garden Show. It was a great way to meet the public. I also appreciate and value the promotion of my personal artwork and the gallery shows on social media.

Jen is encouraging and straight forward in her direction. I have made many new friends and feel appreciated and valued as an artist. I look forward to being involved in many more shows in any capacity."

"My very first experience with exhibiting my work was at ROAM Gallery in Vancouver. Beingfrom Calgary, I thought this would be a challenging thing to do. I felt right from the get go thatJennifer (gallery owner and curator extraordinaire) believed in me and encouraged me todisplay my work in her gallery as well as Suquet Interiors. She confidently did so and promotedmy work resulting in selling a few pieces!

We (hubby and I) took the trip to Vancouver to attend the opening night. Meeting Jennifer waspivotal. She is a fire-cracker! She loves the arts and the people who create it and is dedicatedto giving the emerging artist a chance to shine. We have since become friends and I feel theluckier for it! Definitely one of the best things I’ve done in a long, long time!"

"I submitted some of my work at ROAM Gallery and was accepted for the May show. This experience, has given me the platform to show my art in a legitimate gallery run by a professional gallery owner. She is an incredible woman who had mentored me and I have, within my time there, sold three of my paintings.

I do believe, however, that one of key reasons I sold, is due to my participation within the gallery. That means attending the opening (Meet The Artist's Day), and also spending time actually in the gallery.Jennifer Angers Daerendinger lets you, well actually encourages you, to paint your art inside the gallery. It promotes positivity and people are just naturally attracted to that. It's a fantastic way to attract clients. Or, sometimes I like to show up looking professional and just work on my IPad at the desk. Either way, you being there, will expand your chance on selling your art. It worked for me."

"After two shows at the ROAM Gallery, I've already had a multitude of cool experiences at their events and openings, and met numerous awesome people, including Jennifer, who has a great eye for art, aswell as a very genuine and tangible love for it. Each show seems to bring something new along, whether it be through the theme of the event, or the talented artists within. The shows I participated in couldn't have been any more fun, so hopefully they're just the first of many!"

"Jen is really passionate about art and her artists, I have found her to also be pretty direct and honest. She is a real advocate for up and coming artists in Vancouver. Through having had my art shown at ROAM, I garnered valuable feedback from the public, not just my friends and family ;) which has helped me improve and refine my artistic skills and direction."

Shauna Zingg

"I have had the opportunity to participate in two group shows at the Roam Gallery and cannot wait for the next one! Jen is inspiring and has encouraged me to put myself out there as an artist. She is warm, energetic and fun to be around. I feel supported by her as I am developing my style and experimenting with different techniques and mediums.

Thank you to Jen and Roam gallery for introducing me to the art world in Vancouver!!"

"I had the pleasure of exhibiting with ROAM gallery this year and can honestly say that the owner Jennifer Angers Daerendinger is warm, professional and demonstrates a genuine passion for the arts and the artists she exhibits. She has put her heart into ROAM gallery and this is obvious when you walk through the doors. She has created a space that is fun and inviting for everyone and welcomes all artists from emerging to established. Her exhibitions are diverse and always interesting! I look forward to working with Jen on future projects!"

"I was introduced to Roam Gallery through a fellow Artist and Mentor, who had nothing but high praise for Jen and the Gallery. As an emerging artist Roam Gallery as been the prefect way to introduce myself and my work to the Vancouver Art community.

Jennifer Angers Daerendinger, founder, owner and Curator of Roam Gallery is an amazing individual.Her passion for the art community and the gallery is evident. She is warm and openly shares her wealth of information.I have been guided through each process of showing work at the gallery and even expanding my Media resources through the Gallery Website. Jennifer's organization and attention to detail has been immensely helpful.

I am grateful and excited to be able to showcase my work at Roam Gallery.Thank you so much Jen! You Rock!!"

"ROAM Gallery at City Square Centre in Vancouver is a hub of artistry, creativity, innovation, inspiration and energy for all who enter through its doors. It exhibits the works of both emerging and established artists alike, and there is much to celebrate in this place and space. Not only is there always an abundant and varying array of wonderful art for immediate purchase, but also an ambient essence of excitement regarding upcoming attractions.

Jennifer Angers Daerendinger, founder, owner and curator of ROAM Gallery, is a wealth of information regarding the art scene in Vancouver and environs. She is, at once, authentic, bright, charismatic, dynamic, exuberant, friendly, (I could go through the alphabet!) and nothing less than a privilege to count amongst my friends, colleagues, and associates!

I am delighted to be one of the many artists who exhibit at ROAM Gallery. I am also deeply appreciative of Jen’s warm and welcoming approach. For anyone on the lookout for either an interesting browsing experience or the purchase of that very unique original piece, I highly recommend this distinctive Gallery."

On the upper level of City Square Mall, 555 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC there is a wonderful commercial gallery called ROAM Gallery. Inside, there is a treasure trove of diverse, colourful, reasonably priced paintings, photography, drawings, prints, jewelry and more by local artists.

I was contacted by Jennifer Daerendinger, the owner, who told me about an opportunity to enter a juried exhibition, the ROAM Gallery 60/120/240 Holiday show. I promptly entered two pieces that were accepted, joining forty other artists who are in the show with up to 200 pieces of art.

I met many of the fellow artists at weekend events at the gallery and was thrilled to be introduced to ROAM's own thriving art community. Several days, I've been at the gallery to greet visitors and complete an art demonstration.

Jennifer has poured her heart and soul into this enterprise. Her charismatic, welcoming personality is an important part of ROAM's success. To date, 21 pieces of art have sold out of this show and it's still going strong until January 5th, 2016. Solo, group and theme shows are being scheduled for next year. If you visit ROAM Gallery's website, there are many videos, pictures and bios of the artists. It really is amazing!

So I invite you to come down and meet us and enjoy the ROAM experience!"

"ROAM Gallery, a contemporary art gallery showcasing the work of local artists. Until Jan 5th, affordable original artwork available. safe space, warm, welcoming. stoked to be part of this collective. Special thank you to Jennifer, the owner and curator for creating this family community-oriented space."

"I have been working with Roam Gallery for over 2 years and I usually participate in group shows every few months. For me, it is a way to receive feedback, interact with my buyers and sell art. I recommend any new or established artist to collaborate with Roam Gallery. For new artists it is a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and for established artists it is beneficial to network and to mentor artists who are just starting out. The people I met through Roam Gallery have become life-long friends, they are artists I respect. I always have a great time! Thank you Jenn for all you do to keep this community together."

"Having my first hometown, solo exhibit at Roam Gallery was a fabulous experience. The space is an excellent location and was the perfect size for my show. Jen was enthusiastic, cooperative and collaborative. I appreciated the hands on approach in hanging my show and the flexibility to include video media; the storefront window exposure was fabulous as well. A great time was had at the opening and the show ended with sales. Roam was a great choice."

"Since January 2014 I have participated in three group shows at Roam Gallery achieving great personal success. The gallery provides emerging artists, like myself with a venue to show their work and be part of the vibrant Vancouver Art Scene. Jennifer has helped me to navigate the marketing of my work while encouraging me to push my practice. Her opening nights are attended by many art lovers and her venue offers all her artists excellent exposure. Roam Gallery has not only become my gallery, the owner Jennifer has become a trusted friend."

"Since March 2014 I have participated in six group shows at Roam Gallery. The gallery provides artists, like myself with a place to show their work and be part of Vancouver Art Scene. The opening nights at Roam Gallery are attended by many inspiring artists, art lovers,collectors, and is offering all artists an excellent exposure. Roam Gallery is a place where you are finding creative minds, encouragement, inspiration.The owner of Roam Gallery, Jennifer keeps us creating, dreaming and making our journey a fabulous experience.Thank you Jen!"Hajni Yosifov

"Jennifer has created an innovative space at Roam Gallery for artists both emerging and more established. I am delighted to be a part of the projects she has been involved in both in and out of the gallery. Jennifer has fantastic marketing skills and let's face it selling your work is the hardest part!She is encouraging, positive, honest and has integrity while pushing artists forward to reach their own individual goals."Angela Matthews - Cyan Dezign

"ROAM GALLERY is the place to be on launch night. Great excitement, fun and spirit.Sold six painting during my December show. Another in January and then one more in May.Will show again in August and December. Jennifer is a talented marketer and on the up." J. Alexine Law

"The ROAM Gallery has made such a difference with my art career. Through artists that have previously exhibited there, I was introduced to Jennifer and she helped me put on my first show which was something I'd always wanted to do. This also was a great networking opportunity for the art community, and the connections I have made through the gallery have opened doors for me across the city. Jennifer, the owner of the gallery, has been a pillar of support in both the marketing aspect and the encouragement aspect, and has become a very good friend. She is ways full of ideas to promote one's work and suggest new ways of integrating with the art scene, through her many connections. This is a very useful resource for new artists that would like to promote their work. Whilst the gallery, itself, has changed locations, the feel of the establishment has not changed. ROAM Gallery is an institution, not a location. It offers a professional yet fun environment in which to exhibit, within the envelope of City Square Mall which holds some refined history since 1905. I cannot recommend this place enough and wouldn't be making steps in the right direction without it." Jack Wass

"I recently participated in the ROAM Gallery Summer Solstice Show and have to say it was a pleasure to be involved! The gallery is exciting with an eclectic mix of artwork and artists and Jennifer was so terrific to work with!

Thank you, ROAM Gallery, thank you Jen, I loved being involved and will continue to participate in upcoming events!"Nancy Hache

"I always have such a good time exhibiting my work at Roam Gallery. I made a portrait and 3 big paintings live in the gallery. Jennifer brings this relaxing and exciting part of the game, which is connecting with people and selling your work. Roam Gallery is an open-minded gallery, encouraging artist to show their creations and guaranties sale(s) during shows. I highly recommend the experience."Thibault Sendra

"I found Jen to be very accommodating
in displaying my photography at her Roam Gallery, she is full of energy
and a natural promoter of the arts. I was also introduced to another gallery owner
which placed my work to a broader audience, on top of this Jen sold some
of my work within her gallery. I would gladly show my work again at the Roam
Gallery." Gerald A. FullerG.A. Fuller Photography

"As an emerging artist myself it is vital to be able to show my work in order to reach a larger audience. At RoamGallery I was also able to connect with other artists as welland have created new collaborations and wonderful working relationships. The gallery itself is a fresh, contemporary and beautiful space with brilliant white walls and magnificent magical light. I even did live painting there because I couldn’t not use that magical light.I connected immediately with Jennifer the owner ….I mean how could you not….with that infectious positive, supportive and encouraging energy she has. Not only is she professional but absolutely fun to work with and for me that is key to have a balance of both. I am honoured to write this and blessed to call her my friend. Love her and the gallery as I know you will too."Irene Eaves

"I have worked with Roam Gallery since June 2015 and will show again in October. The owner, Jennifer, is passionate about her work and she works very hard to provide a gallery that shows the art beautifully and is welcoming to artists and art lovers. RoamGallery has provided a space for me to paint and give demos for people exploring art. This is great exposure for my art and business. Jennifer also provides ongoing exposure for the Roam Gallery's artists through social media, monthly art openings and the Roam Gallery website. Lower mainland artists are very fortunate to have Roam Gallery to show and sell their art."

"I have only been working with Jennifer at ROAM Gallery for a few months now, but I already feel like I have been a part of the ROAM family for years. Jennifer is extremely helpful and full of amazing ideas for new and emerging artists. She is very supportive in trying to get my work in front of the public and always positive/creative when it comes to exposure and selling. The gallery is in a large, fun space that looks unique and fresh for every single show. I'm so happy I have joined the ROAM artist community!! I have gained new friends, new experiences, a new audience for my creations and new art sales.

Thank you Jennifer! I'm looking forward to many more shows with you...."